Korean Dictionary
How to say "Woman" in Korean
“Woman” in Korean is 여자 (pronounced "yeoja").
여자
yeoja
Usage & Context
The word for woman or female. This essential vocabulary word is used throughout K-dramas to refer to female characters. It's crucial for understanding character descriptions and plot development.
Example Sentence
그 여자 정말 멋있어!
That woman is really cool!
How to use 여자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Woman” is 여자, romanized as yeoja.
Usage tip
Drama lines are memorable, but some expressions are emotional or exaggerated compared with everyday Korean.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 여자.
Pronunciation Guide
여 (yeo) sounds like 'yaw' in 'yawn'. 자 (ja) sounds like 'jah' in 'jar'. The stress is evenly distributed.
More Example Sentences
Introducing someone to another person.
그 여자는 내 동생이야.
That woman is my younger sister.
Making a general observation about modern women.
요즘 여자들은 정말 당당해.
Women these days are really confident.
Asking a friend about their romantic preferences.
어떤 여자가 네 이상형이야?
What kind of woman is your ideal type?
Cultural Context
여자 (yeoja) is the general and neutral term for 'woman' or 'female'. It's a fundamental word used across all social situations. Korean society has seen significant shifts in the roles and perceptions of women, which are often reflected in media. K-dramas frequently feature strong, independent female leads, showcasing diverse aspects of womanhood. Like '남자', it forms compounds such as '여자친구' (girlfriend) or '여자아이돌' (female idol).
Editorial note
We review drama-style expressions like 여자 for tone, because lines that sound natural in a scene can feel too emotional or direct in everyday Korean.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
여자 친구
Girlfriend
여자 화장실
Women's restroom
여자답다
Womanly, feminine
Related Expressions
여성
yeoseong
Female (more formal, often used in written or biological contexts)
숙녀
sungnyeo
Lady
아가씨
agassi
Young lady, Miss (can be a polite address for unmarried women)
소녀
sonyeo
Girl
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